Show My IP

An IP (Internet Protocol) address is a unique numerical identifier assigned to every device connected to a network. It serves two main functions: identifying the host or network interface, and providing the location of the host in the network.

No, IP-based geolocation typically only shows your approximate location (city or region level). The accuracy depends on your ISP’s data and can range from a few hundred meters to several kilometers. Your exact physical address cannot be determined from your IP address alone.

Most residential ISPs use dynamic IP addressing, meaning your public IP may change periodically (especially after router reboots). Some factors that can change your IP include: ISP network maintenance, router restarts, or DHCP lease expiration (typically every few days or weeks).

You can mask your real IP address using: VPN services (routes your traffic through another server), Tor network (anonymous browsing), or proxy servers. Note that some websites may block known VPN/proxy IP addresses.

Yes, our Show My IP tool is completely safe to use. We don’t store your IP address or any personal information. All processing happens client-side in your browser. However, remember that any website you visit can see your IP address – this is fundamental to how the internet works.